BatteryMedium
Hybrid battery health on high mileage cars
HV battery module work£1,200–£8,000
Inspect · Request a hybrid health check from a Lexus dealer
2014–2021 Lexus NX · common fault repair costs
What the known faults on this Lexus NX typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.
Cost at a glance
- Most expensive fault
- £1,200–£8,000
- Top three risks, from
- £1,700
- Worst case, everything
- £13,950
The single priciest documented job on the 2014–2021 Lexus NX is hv battery module work at £1,200–£8,000. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £2,680–£13,950 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.
Cost per fault
SuspensionLow
Bush wear on larger wheels
Suspension refresh (per axle)£250–£1,100
Inspect · Listen for knocks on rough roads
ElectricalMedium
Power tailgate fails to open fully, drops back down, or emits a loud groaning noise due to weakened motorised struts.
Suspension refresh (per axle)£250–£1,100
Inspect · Operate the power tailgate using the key fob. Listen for grinding noises from the spindle struts and ensure the boot lid holds firmly at its maximum height.
EngineMedium
Rough idle or engine shudder when transitioning from EV to petrol power due to EGR valve carbon build-up.
EGR valve / cooler replacement£300–£900
Inspect · Start the vehicle and depress the accelerator to force the petrol engine to engage. Feel for excessive vibration, hesitation, or shuddering through the cabin.
BrakesMedium
Disc corrosion from regen braking
Brakes (discs, pads, caliper)£200–£800
Inspect · Inspect disc faces for pitting
ElectricalLow
Infotainment trackpad and screen faults
Brakes (discs, pads, caliper)£200–£800
Inspect · Test the screen, trackpad and cameras
BodyworkMedium
Water ingress pooling in the spare wheel well caused by failing rear light cluster seals or tailgate hinges.
Starting & charging parts£150–£650
Inspect · Lift the boot floor panel and physically check the lowest point of the spare wheel well and 12V battery tray for dampness, standing water, or rust stains.
ElectricalLow
Power folding wing mirrors stick, fail to fold completely, or make a continuous clicking noise due to internal actuator failure.
Door / window mechanism£130–£600
Inspect · Lock and unlock the car using the remote fob to trigger the auto-folding function. Verify both mirrors fold in and out smoothly without lagging or clicking.
Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.
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